Carson MS-040 User manual

BiologicalMicroscope
Intermediate 40x-400x Biological Microscope
Congratulations on selecting your new Microscope! In order to achieve
optimum performance, please follow instructions for proper use and care.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Monocular Tube: Rotatable 360° Stage: Mechanical (90mm x 90mm)
Total Magnification: 40x-400x Condenser: NA 0.65
Eyepiece: WF10x Filter: Wheel with 5 Color Options
Objectives: 4x, 10x, 40x Power Cord: AC110V-240V, 50/60Hz
Illumination: Unique Dual Lights (Transmitted and Reflective) for Enhanced Viewing Choices
MS-040 DIAGRAM
Eyepiece 1
360º Rotatable
Draw Tube
Turret
Objective Lens
2
3
4
Stage Clips 5
Stage 6
Transmitted Light
Intensity Knob for
Transmitted Light
(Located left side of base)
7
8
Neck
Reflective Light
Focus Knob 10
Filter Wheel
Power 12
Power Port
Intensity Knob
for Reflective
Light
Base
9
11
13
14
MS-040 DIAGRAM
Eyepiece
1
360º Rotatable
Draw Tube
Turret
Objective Lens
2
3
4
Stage Clips
5
Stage
Stage
6
Transmitted Light
Intensity Knob for
Transmitted Light
(Located left side of base)
7
8
Neck
Reflective Light
Reflective Light
Focus Knob
Filter Wheel
Power
Power Port
Intensity Knob
for Reflective
Base
MS-040
SETTING UP
1. Place microscope on a secure surface.
2. Insert the end of the power cord into
the microscope’s Power Port
13 and
plug the opposite end into any
standard outlet.
3. Place Eyepiece 1into Draw Tube
2 .
4. Position specimen on Stage 6 , with
area of interest centered.
Note: Before using slide, wipe both
sides with a damp microfiber cloth to
remove dust, dirt or debris.
5. Use Stage Clips 5 to securely hold
down slide or specimen.
6. Rotate Turret
Objective Lens
3so that the 4x
4 (always begin with
lowest power) is directly above
specimen.
7. Turn Power Switch
12 to the on
position.
CHOOSING APPROPRIATE LIGHT (Transmitted or Reflective)
For Transparent Specimens: For Opaque or Reflective Specimens:
For specimens such as biological slides, rotate the For specimens such as a leaf or a metal object,
Transmitted Light Intensity Knob 8 to turn on rotate the Reflective Light Intensity Knob 14
light and adjust intensity. to turn on light and adjust intensity.
Please note, specimens that are not fully transparent or fully opaque may require the use of both lights to achieve
optimal viewing.
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FOCUSING
1. Look into Eyepiece and you should see a white circular field.
2. Slowly adjust the Focus Knob
0
10 until the area of interest is sharp and clear.
3. Adjust light intensity on light source(s) to achieve best image.
Warning: Be careful that the Objective Lens does not touch the specimen. It can damage the Objective Lens and/or
specimen.
MAGNIFICATION
Eyepiece Objective
Lens
Total
Magnification
10x 4x 40x
10x 10x 100x
10x 40x 400x
To change magnification, rotate the Turret so that the
desired Objective Lens is directly above specimen.
Refocus as needed.
COLOR FILTERS
Color filters may be used to enhance contrast on
clear or stained slides. To use color filters, rotate
Filter Wheel until it clicks into desired color filter.
11
Filter Wheel
Transmitted
Light
Stage
CARE & CLEANING
• When moving the microscope, hold by the neck or base of the microscope body. Never hold by the eyepiece,
draw tube, or turret.
• Cleaning:
1. Unplug power cord and use a slightly damp microfiber cloth to clean microscope body.
2.Use a slightly damp microfiber cloth and rub gently to remove dust or debris on eyepiece or objective lens.
Do NOT rub with a dry cloth. This can scratch the eyepiece and/or objective lens.
3. Store microscope in original packaging to protect from dirt, debris, dust or moisture.
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